Eureka-Goodfield Fire Protection District

05/27/2026

It was a beautiful evening last night for some joint training in Eureka. The crew had the opportunity to get hands-on experience with one of the fleet’s highly specialized trucks, Ladder 151. At the same time, pump training was underway on Engine 124, supplying nearly 1,000 gallons per minute to the ladder—while also doing a great job watering the grass!
Interested in learning more? Stop by either station on Tuesday nights to meet the crew and ask any questions.

05/18/2026

05/13/2026

Tonight crews from both stations gathered at the Goodfield training house to practice rescue operations, search and rescue, and got lots of time “on air”. Practice like this, in a safe and controlled environment, not only ensures that every firefighter has the skills, but also instills confidence in the event they ever need to perform in an IDLH environment.

Interested in learning more? Stop by either station on one of our training nights and watch and ask questions!

04/15/2026

🔥 TRAINING NIGHT
Our Goodfield Fire Station crew put several types of fire extinguishers to the test on a live gasoline fire tonight. Great hands-on experience for everyone.

🏠 HOMEOWNER TIP | Know PASS before you need it:

🅿️ PULL the pin
🅰️ AIM at the base of the fire
🆂 SQUEEZE the handle
🆂 SWEEP side to side

📍 Keep one in the kitchen (near the exit, not the stove), garage, and on each floor.

⚠️ Only attempt to fight a fire if it is small and contained, you have a clear exit behind you, and the room is not filled with smoke. When in doubt — GET OUT and call 9-1-1.

03/30/2026

Spring is here - and so is brush fire season. Last week, crews from Goodfield and Eureka trained hard with live fire evolutions, brush truck operations, and suppression tactics at a local homeowner's field.

This type of hands-on training in a low-risk environment is critical for developing our newer firefighters - teaching them how to approach brush fires and familiarizing them with specialized equipment like water packs that only come out in these specific scenarios.

A special thanks to Deer Creek, IL Fire Department for assisting and providing extra water support, and to the generous homeowner for opening up their field for us to use!

Want to be part of training like this? We're actively recruiting volunteer firefighters, no experience necessary, just the drive to serve your community. Reach out and lets talk!

03/09/2026

Heads up Eureka area! Storms are expected to move through the area tomorrow night ---- stay weather-aware, have a plan, and know where you'll go if conditions get severe. ⛈️⛈️⛈️☔️☔️☔️

Severe thunderstorms are expected across central Illinois starting late Tuesday afternoon continuing late into the night. All severe hazards will be possible: damaging wind, large hail, and a few potentially strong tornadoes. Heavy rain & localized flooding may also develop.

02/23/2026

Mark your calendars for the best breakfast in Woodford County!

March 14th from 6a-10a at the Eureka Fire Station.

Stay a while and check out the fire trucks and meet your local Fire and EMS personnel.

Dine in or Carry out!

01/01/2026

I want to thank the Firefighters/EMS for the sacrifices and the dedication you gave to our citizens of our fire district and surrounding communities this year. This is a job a few will do, and I am humbled by everything you do. I want to thank the community, the board of trustees for your support in everything we do. I also want to thank all of our neighboring departments who assisted us this year. The EGFPD fire responded to over 320 calls this year. EMS ran over 1600 calls. We could not have done this without our dedicated people. I hope 2026 brings health, happiness, hope. Please, if you fill the need to join your local fire department, we will be glad to talk to you. We have a job for everyone.
Chief Neal
EGFPD

12/25/2025

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS

12/14/2025

Grab your coats and head outside for the Eureka Santa Parade! Parade starts at 6 at the radish and loops all around town! Check the Eureka IL Santa Parade page for tracking updates!